Considered critical for US national security, the AI Diffusion rule divides the world into three tiers. At the top are countries that can access US-made AI chips without restrictions, including key chip ally Taiwan and 17 other countries.

The investigation is looking into Scale AI's compliance with fair pay practices and working conditions and was initiated nearly an year ago under the former President Joe Biden's administration, the company said.

Melania Trump invited guests to Congress address reflecting Trump's policies. Notable guests include family of slain police officer and victims of deepfake images and undocumented immigrants.